Lorenzo Saiella

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Lorenzo Saiella is a leading researcher in the field of Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery (MIRS), with a particular focus on advancing surgical simulation and training technologies. His most cited work, "A Portable da Vinci Simulator in Virtual Reality" (2019, 15 citations), addresses a critical bottleneck in MIRS research: the limited accessibility of the da Vinci Research Kit (dVRK). By developing a portable, VR-based simulator, Saiella has made it possible for more institutions to conduct clinically relevant research without the high costs and space requirements of physical robotic platforms. This contribution has helped democratize access to surgical robotics research, enabling broader participation in the field. His work sits at the intersection of virtual reality, haptics, and surgical robotics, aiming to improve both the training of surgeons and the development of new robotic surgical techniques. While his citation count is still growing, the practical impact of his simulator is evident in its adoption by labs seeking to lower the barrier to entry for MIRS research. Saiella’s efforts represent a significant step toward making advanced surgical robotics more accessible and scalable for the global research community.